Medical Records Certified Coder

UHS • Lexington, KY

97d

About The Position

As the only free-standing psychiatric hospital in the Central Kentucky area, we are here to help. Please join our team as we expand our services to meet the needs of our community. The Ridge Behavioral Health System is a 110-bed hospital located in the heart of the Bluegrass, Lexington, KY. The Ridge provides psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. The Ridge offers Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient Programs, Individual Counseling, as well as Medication Management for all ages. We have provided behavioral health services to over 92 Kentucky counties for more than 39 years.

Requirements

• High school Diploma or G.E.D. required.
• CCA or CCS or RHIT certification.
• Preferred previous experience working as a coder in a medical record department.
• Preferred 1-2 years of experience coding psychiatric codes.
• Able to follow clear instructions.
• Excellent phone and communication skills.
• Good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Meets coding quality score of 95% accuracy in assignment of diagnoses and procedure codes as measured by the quarterly coding audit performed by Corporate.
• Coordinate treatment through treatment planning, the treatment team process, and utilization and review.
• Meets productivity standard of 11 charts coded per day (based on average of the year).
• Processes discharged charts within 72 hours of discharge.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Sign On Bonus Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Retention Bonus Program, and Referral Bonus Program
• Challenging and rewarding work environment with the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries
• Close to Hamburg & I-75
• Free parking on premises
• Free meal with each shift

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees